Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ innovative Arts-Connect series offers audiences of all ages the opportunity to learn about the arts and to engage with artists beyond the stage through workshops and master classes.
Arts-Connect tickets may be purchased online or through 480-499-TKTS (8587).
Dance Master Class with Pilobolus
Saturday, October 22, 2011
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Virginia G. Piper Theater
Limited to 30 participants
Taught by the renowned dancers of Pilobolus, this fun, energetic and challenging master class explores partnering principles, improvisational skills, group collaboration and the psychology of movement.
Ages: High school and above Skill level: Appropriate for intermediate level dancers. Training in dance is not required, although a reasonable degree of fitness is advised. Notes: Workout clothing that allows full range of movement is suggested.
SOLD OUT
Vocal Workshop with The Creole Choir of Cuba
Saturday, October 29, 2011
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Virginia G. Piper Theater
Limited to 40 participants
The choir will take the participants through a range of musical genres that they cover in their
repertoire, giving them a crash course in Haitian singing and harmonies.
Ages: All ages Skill level: It is helpful for participants to have had some musical training, but not necessary.
$15
Step Dancing Master Class with Celtic Nights
Saturday, February 4, 2012 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Virginia G. Piper Theater
Limited to 30 participants
The world-class dancers of Celtic Nights teach the fundamentals of Irish step dancing.
Ages: All ages Skill level: Beginner Notes: Workout clothing that allows full range of movement is suggested.
$15
Improv Workshop with Patti Hannon
Wednesday, February 8, 15 & 22, 2012 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Stage 2
Limited to 15 participants
The star of the Late Nite Catechism comedies at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, actress Patti Hannon creates a playful, supportive atmosphere to try acting through improvisation. Using body movement, storytelling and improvisational games, she teaches how to transform ‘play’ into a performance during this three-course workshop.
Ages: Adult Skill level: Previous acting experience is not required. All skill levels are encouraged to participate. Notes: Includes all three classes.
$60
Writing for the Stage with Kim Porter
Thursday, March 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2012
Thursday, April 5, 2012
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Public Reading at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2012 Stage 2
Limited to 10 participants
An award-winning playwright (and recipient of Phoenix New Times’ Big Brain Award), Kim Porter shows how to develop a solo performance using inspiration from life. Participants get ‘on their feet’ at each session, read pages of work in development and offer feedback to their fellow classmates. The workshop culminates in a public reading of short works created in the class.
Ages: Adult Skill level: Appropriate for writers and performers at all skill levels. Notes: Includes all five classes and public reading.
$120
Acting Workshop with Jeffrey Tambor
Sunday, March 25, 2012
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Stage 2
Limited to 40 participants
One of Hollywood’s top character actors, Jeffrey Tambor teaches how to perform at your best, bringing all of yourself to your art and life while reacquainting you with your ‘true voice.’
Ages: Adult Skill level: Appropriate for actors of any experience level.
$40
Circus Workshop with 7 Fingers
Friday, May 18, 2012
Noon – 1:30 p.m. Virginia G. Piper Theater
Limited to 40 participants
The high-flying performers of 7 Fingers teach basic circus skills such as floor tumbling, flexibility, hand balancing and human pyramids. The class combines strength, dexterity and discipline with the fun of movement, creativity and team work.
Ages: 12 and up Skill level: Basic knowledge of gymnastics is suggested Notes: Workout clothing that allows full range of movement is suggested.
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